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K–12 Standards

Textile Science (2013)

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Demonstrate employability skills required by business and industry.HUM-TS-1

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    Communicate effectively through writing, speaking, listening, reading, and interpersonal abilities.HUM-TS-1.1

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    Demonstrate creativity by asking challenging questions and applying innovative procedures and methods.HUM-TS-1.2

  • 3

    Exhibit critical thinking and problem solving skills to locate, analyze and apply information in career planning and employment situations.HUM-TS-1.3

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    Model work readiness traits required for success in the workplace including integrity, honesty, accountability, punctuality, time management, and respect for diversity.HUM-TS-1.4

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    Apply the appropriate skill sets to be productive in a changing, technological, diverse workplace to be able to work independently and apply team work skills.HUM-TS-1.5

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    Present a professional image through appearance, behavior and language.HUM-TS-1.6

Examine the various career opportunities within the textile industry. HUM-TS-2 

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    Research and evaluate careers where knowledge of textile sciences is required or valuable.HUM-TS-2.1 

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    Analyze the future employment outlook in the textile industry.HUM-TS-2.2 

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    Describe levels of employment and entrepreneurial opportunities in the textile industry and local sources of employment information.HUM-TS-2.3 

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    Determine continuing-education opportunities that enhance career advancement.HUM-TS-2.4 

Develop a general knowledge of textiles from a historical perspective to current applications.HUM-TS-3

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    Examine the construction and use of textiles from antiquity to the industrial revolution. HUM-TS-3.1

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    Examine the construction and use of textiles from the industrial revolution through the 21st century.HUM-TS-3.2

Investigate, describe and recognize fiber characteristics and properties.HUM-TS-4

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    Analyze and identify natural and man-made fibers.HUM-TS-4.1

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    Investigate aesthetic features, mechanical properties, and chemical properties of all fibers.HUM-TS-4.2

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    Demonstrate fiber identification by burning.HUM-TS-4.4

Examine and identify the fabrication and properties of yarns.HUM-TS-5

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    Analyze and identify simple and complex yarns.HUM-TS-5.1

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    Investigate aesthetic features, mechanical properties, and chemical properties of all yarn constructions.HUM-TS-5.2

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    Identify textured yarns and describe the effect on fabrics.HUM-TS-5.3

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    Differentiate yarns within fabric structures.HUM-TS-5.4

Examine and identify the fabrication and properties of yarns.HUM-TS-6

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    Identify woven fabrics and determine use for apparel and/or interiors.HUM-TS-6.1

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    Identify non-woven fabrics and the most appropriate use for apparel and/or interiors.HUM-TS-6.2

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    Identify knitted fabrics and the most appropriate use for apparel and/or interiors.HUM-TS-6.3

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    Identify the origin of all fabrics, including Animal (Sheep) wool, and Insects (Worms) silks.HUM-TS-6.4

Demonstrate an understanding of textile finishes and methods.HUM-TS-7

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    Compare and contrast mechanical, chemical, and functional finishes.HUM-TS-7.1

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    Demonstrate and identify fiber finishes through swatch tests, and the importance, if fabrics are not tested correctly, can create huge problems with the end product.HUM-TS-7.2

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    Compare and contrast printing and dyeing methods.HUM-TS-7.3

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    Demonstrate and identify printing and dyeing method.HUM-TS-7.4

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    Identify the different results you can achieve printing and dyeing natural and synthetic fibers.HUM-TS-7.5

Analyze the characteristics and maintenance concepts of textile products.HUM-TS-8 

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    Research various testing methods for textiles.HUM-TS-8.1 

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    Read and interpret textile labels used for interiors and apparel. HUM-TS-8.2 

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    Discuss current environmental issues relevant to the textile industry. HUM-TS-8.3 

Distinguish the characteristics and identify the appropriate use of textiles for apparel and/or interiors.HUM-TS-9

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    Evaluate common textiles used for interiors.HUM-TS-9.1

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    Evaluate common textiles used for apparel. HUM-TS-9.2

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    Evaluate common textiles used for industrial applications.HUM-TS-9.3

Investigate how trends and color forecasting are used in the development of new products.HUM-TS-10

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    Investigate textile for interiors.HUM-TS-10.1

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    Investigate textiles for apparel.HUM-TS-10.2

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    Investigate textiles for industrial applications.HUM-TS-10.3

Examine the continuing use of technology in advancing textile products using innovative skills and tests. HUM-TS-11

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    Discuss the role textiles play in sports equipment, (e.g., sweat absorbent finishes (wicking), antibacterial finishes).HUM-TS-11.1

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    Identify how textiles are being used in the medical field. HUM-TS-11.2

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    Discuss the careers that rely on wearing textiles, including uniforms to body armor.HUM-TS-11.3

Research legislation on the federal, state and local levels that regulate the textile industry. HUM-TS-12 

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    Analyze legislation, regulations, and public policy affecting the textile industry, including labeling laws.HUM-TS-12.1 

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    Analyze personal and employer responsibilities and liabilities regarding industry related safety, security, and environmental factors.HUM-TS-12.2 

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    Discuss the reason why most companies are manufacturing products overseas, and the affect that has on the United States.HUM-TS-12.3 

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What grade levels do these standards cover?
PROFESSIONALEDUCATION-DEVELOPMENT
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Human Services Career Cluster Textile Science

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